PURPOSE OF THE VOLUNTEER POSITION
Safe Boating Ambassadors will communicate and educate waterway users about boating safety, etiquette, and new Transport Canada VORR regulations expected to come into effect in 2023. This will be done through public engagement sessions at local boat launches where volunteer Ambassadors will set up and interact with waterway users to discuss these vital topics.
Click here to view the public engagement session dates/shifts.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION
Participation in training to learn the material,
Attend scheduled engagement sessions and speak with waterway users,
Prepare and submit a short engagement report after sessions to communicate with the Safe Boating Committee, and
Stay up to date with waterway safety issues and topics (the Committee will supply news and information).
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND AGE REQUIREMENTS
Exceptional communication skills,
Comfortable with talking and engaging with people,
Comfortable working outside for an extended period,
Able to work independently, and
Able to learn and retain key details.
TRAINING AND TOOLS PROVIDED
The Committee will provide training and education to volunteers. All tools/supplies will be provided.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Volunteer Position: Safe Boating Ambassadors
Location of Work: Lee River boat launches
Date: Fridays, Saturdays, and some Thursdays shifts are available
Start Time: Various Start Times
End Time: Various End Times
Click here to view the public engagement session dates/shifts.
HOW TO SIGN UP
Volunteer Coordinator: Cyndie Mitchell
Phone: 204-213-0033
Email: cdc@lacdubonnet.com
EMAIL SBAC
ABOUT THE LDB SAFE BOATING AMBASSADORS
The LdB Safe Boating Ambassadors program is a community-driven initiative designed to increase boating safety and etiquette awareness in Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba, specific to the Lee River and Pinawa Channel. Working together, we will contribute to the education of safe waterway use by promoting:
- Waterway safety, as governed by Transport Canada, and
- General good boating etiquette for specific activities, focusing on those that occur on our waterways.
